January weather forecast
Washington, NJ

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Washington, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 34°F (1.1°C) and min 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 34°F (1.1°C) at the peak and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) at the low.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Washington is 78%.

Rainfall

In Washington, during January, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.6 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Washington, in January, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Washington, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 34°F (1.1°C) at the peak and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) at the low.

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34°F (1.1°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Washington, in January, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Washington, NJ

Average temperature in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Washington, NJ

Average pressure in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Washington, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Washington, NJ

Average humidity in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Washington, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Washington, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Washington, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Washington, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Washington, NJ

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Washington, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Washington, NJ

Average UV index in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Washington, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Washington, NJ

Average visibility in January - Washington, NJ
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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